Our clients, our partners, and our studio are a reflection of our values. Who we work with constantly continues to shape us. We have worked hard to build a team from varied backgrounds and specialties. They’re creative thinkers–fearless and boundless. They share a devotion to crisp, smart design, and an elegant and intuitive approach to problem solving. They are who we choose to spend our days with.

We respect the power of brand. We believe great design relies on rigorous preparation. Our creative strategy is always rooted in design principles. We pair that consistency with agility; a relish for new approaches. Every detail considered through the lens of experience and the realities of production.

Team

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Bret RecorFounder + Creative Director

An expert in bringing designs from concept to market, Bret is committed to watertight execution and to shepherding a creative vision to its most brilliant realization. Balancing technological skill with real-world experience of industrial design, fabrication, and integrated branding he has applied his expertise to the launches of numerous high-profile products and initiatives, working with clients ranging from consumer goods giants to government agencies. Bret leads the creative vision for all our programs and his work is part of the permanent collections of MOMA, SFMOMA, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Centre Pompidou.

Kenneth YoungLead Industrial Designer

By pairing a prolific design approach with an editorial mindset, Kenneth utilizes creative problem solving and empathetic observation to generate intelligent design solutions. He relishes focusing on products that bridge the space between consumers and brands. His extensive understanding of the product development process allows him to lead programs with logic, clarity and confidence. Hailing from New Zealand, he has worked in numerous design agencies around the globe and holds a Masters of Design with Distinction. His work has garnered many internationally recognized design awards including those from iF, the Good Design Awards, and International CES Innovations.

Merric FrenchSenior Industrial Designer

Merric is drawn to the reward and satisfaction of producing objects that are both functional and beautiful. Coming from a family of artists, designers and makers, Merric has a background imbued in creativity and has extensive experience with furniture design and production. Originally from Australia, he holds a Bachelor of Industrial Design with Honors and his work has won multiple international design awards including those from D&AD, iF, and the Good Design Awards.

Ahyoung ParkSenior Industrial Designer

With experience in a range of fields from industrial design, to product development and graphic design, Ahyoung has worked with various Fortune 500 companies in developing high profile consumer products. Originally from Korea, she is inspired by travel and her international perspective, discerning eye, and sensitivity to form and finish provides the creative team with invaluable insight and inspiration. Her work has been rewarded by many internationally recognized design awards including those from iF, Spark, IDSA, KIDP’s Good Design and Core77.

Benjamin GrossIndustrial Designer

Benjamin enjoys the opportunity and ability to create objects and experiences that create narratives in people lives. His experience in automotive mechanics brings a practicality as well as a diversity of experience and perspective to Box Clever’s creative team.

Virosh RangallaJunior Industrial Designer

Driven by an ambition to positively influence lives through design, Virosh looks to create moments of intrigue and delight via the tools of authenticity, intuition, and sustainability. He strives to develop meaningful interactions between products and their users. Virosh is Canadian and made Carleton University's Deans Honor List two years running. His work has been recognized with a 1st prize by the Andreu World International Design Contest.

Jack KnoebberSenior Graphic Designer

With strengths in branding, illustration and typography, Jack works as a key part of the creative team in strategizing and developing graphic solutions and full brand identity systems that can live and extend across all key media including product, print, web, and mobile apps. Jack is adept at problem solving and is continuously adapting and learning new skills to achieve program goals.

Vicci BaigrieClient Services Director + Operations Manager

With a natural versatility and focus on optimizing efficiency through all facets of the business, Vicci’s ability to streamline process enables the smooth running of design programs and the team. Her extensive experience working within creative consultancies and with clients ranging from Fortune 500’s to young start-ups, provides her with a keen ability to recognize strategic opportunities, devising solutions and facilitating the creative process to meet the goals and aims of each program. Both a South African and British national, Vicci has worked with multiple international creative agencies and actively engages on all our client programs.

Robert KleinStudio + Special Project Manager

Robert brings a wealth of professional experience in running day-to-day studio operations and a sharp sensibility for managing relationships and programs for our various Box Clever ventures. Motivated by the success of his team he is continually striving to streamline and elevate the working environment.